* FT Hospitalist 2 HRs from Nashville

About Core: Our physician-founded and led group is built from the ground up to empower our local clinical leaders. We approach each hospital partnership uniquely and do the same for our clinicians. Why? Because we believe empowered clinicians are at the core of better and patient-centered care. 

About the Hospital: Mercy Health- Lourdes Hospital | Paducah, Kentucky | Mercy Health Award Winning Lourdes Hospital serves as a regional referral center for a wide geographic region, including more than a dozen counties in western Kentucky, southern Illinois, southeast Missouri, and northwest Tennessee. Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital offers an extensive array of medical specialties and technologies typically found in much larger urban settings. 

• 379 Bed
• Level III Trauma Center
• ADC 14-15 +- 2
• Open ICU with Designated ICU Team Daily
• 5 Hospitalist Physicians per Team
  • 3 Day Hospitalist
  • 1 Intensivist
  • 1 Nocturnist
• 4 Advanced Practice Providers Hospitalists per Team
  • 3 Day Hospitalist Advanced Practice Providers
  • 1 Swing Hospitalist Advanced Practice Providers
• BE / BC - Family Medicine / Internal Medicine
• EMR - Epic 
• W2 Employee
• 12-Hour Shifts from 7A to 7P and 7P to 7A

https://www.mercy.com/news-events/news/paducah/2024

Community:

2 hours from Nashville. It is located at the confluence of the Tennessee and the Ohio rivers, halfway between St. Louis, Missouri, to the northwest and Nashville, Tennessee, to the southeast. 

Paducah, Kentucky is a charming city located in the western part of the state, along the Ohio River. Known for its rich history, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant cultural scene, Paducah has become a popular destination for both residents and visitors alike.

One of the city's most significant features is its deep-rooted history. Paducah was settled in the early 19th century and played a vital role as a key trading post during the steamboat era. Its strategic location on the river made it a vital hub for commerce and transportation, fostering economic growth and cultural exchange. Today, the city proudly showcases its history through well-preserved historic buildings, museums, and monuments that pay homage to its past.

Paducah is renowned for its arts and culture, particularly as a UNESCO Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art. The city is a haven for artists and craftsmen, attracting creatives from all over the world to participate in its thriving arts community. The LowerTown Arts District is particularly noteworthy, boasting a collection of art studios, galleries, and boutiques that provide a platform for artists to showcase their talent. Every year, the city hosts the Paducah Quilt Show, one of the largest quilting events in the world, drawing enthusiasts and artists alike to celebrate this intricate craft.